Old Maps of Sturgeon Lake, Minnesota for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 16 historic maps of Sturgeon Lake. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Sturgeon Lake.


Sturgeon Lake, MN maps

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  1. 1953 Map of Duluth, 1964 Print
    1953 Map of Duluth, 1964 Print
    1953 Duluth
    1964 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin are shown here during a period of industrial maturity and expanding conservation. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-connected towns like McGrath and Wahkon, or locate heritage sites within the Fond du Lac Indian Reservation.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1958 Map of Duluth
    1958 Map of Duluth
    1958 Duluth
    1958 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Minnesota and the Wisconsin borderlands are shown in detail during the late 1950s, centered on the bustling rail yards and ports of Duluth. You can trace the historic routes of the Soo Line and Duluth Missabe & Iron Range through small towns like McGrath, Bruno, and Wrenshall.

  3. 1961 Map of Moose Lake, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Moose Lake, 1963 Print
    1961 Moose Lake
    1963 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Minnesota lakeside communities and the Kettle River valley are captured in the early sixties as they balanced forestry and small-town industry. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks and rural hubs like Nordland Cem, the State Hospital, and the rail stops at Willow River and Rutledge.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1980 Map of Sandstone
    1980 Map of Sandstone
    1980 Sandstone
    1980 Print · USGS
    Pine County and the Minnesota-Wisconsin borderlands are shown here in the early eighties as a region of dense state forests and river corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-town development along the Burlington Northern including Sandstone, Askov, and Hinckley.

  5. 1981 Map of Willow River, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Willow River, 1982 Print
    1981 Willow River
    1982 Print · USGS
    Pine County's river-and-rail corridor is captured here in the early eighties, showing the villages of Willow River and Rutledge. Local historians can trace the Military Road through the General C C Andrews State Forest and locate the Cem and Willow River Lookout Tower.

  6. 1981 Map of Moose Lake, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Moose Lake, 1982 Print
    1981 Moose Lake
    1982 Print · USGS
    Moose Lake and the surrounding lake country of Carlton and Pine Counties are captured here in the early 1980s. Genealogists and local historians can locate the State Hospital, trace family roots at Finnish Cemetery, and explore the shoreline of Sturgeon Lake.

  7. 2010 Map of Willow River, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Willow River, 2010 Print
    2010 Willow River
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Sturgeon Lake, including Willow River, Rutledge, and other nearby areas

  8. 2010 Map of Moose Lake, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Moose Lake, 2010 Print
    2010 Moose Lake
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Sturgeon Lake, including Moose Lake, Kettle River, and other nearby areas

  9. 2013 Map of Moose Lake, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Moose Lake, 2013 Print
    2013 Moose Lake
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Sturgeon Lake, including Moose Lake, Kettle River, and other nearby areas

  10. 2013 Map of Willow River, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Willow River, 2013 Print
    2013 Willow River
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Sturgeon Lake, including Willow River, Rutledge, and other nearby areas

  11. 2016 Map of Moose Lake, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Moose Lake, 2016 Print
    2016 Moose Lake
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Sturgeon Lake, including Moose Lake, Kettle River, and other nearby areas

  12. 2016 Map of Willow River, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Willow River, 2016 Print
    2016 Willow River
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Sturgeon Lake, including Willow River, Rutledge, and other nearby areas

  13. 2019 Map of Moose Lake, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Moose Lake, 2019 Print
    2019 Moose Lake
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Sturgeon Lake, including Moose Lake, Kettle River, and other nearby areas

  14. 2019 Map of Willow River, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Willow River, 2019 Print
    2019 Willow River
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Sturgeon Lake, including Willow River, Rutledge, and other nearby areas

  15. 2022 Map of Moose Lake, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Moose Lake, 2022 Print
    2022 Moose Lake
    2022 Print · USGS
    The Northwoods of Minnesota are captured here in the 2020s, showing the lakes and river corridors of the Carlton and Pine county border. Researchers can trace family history at Saint Isidores Cemetery or explore the converted rail paths of the Soo Line North: Carlton Trail.

  16. 2022 Map of Willow River, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Willow River, 2022 Print
    2022 Willow River
    2022 Print · USGS
    Pine County’s river-fed landscapes come into focus here in the early twenty-first century, showing the enduring layouts of Willow River and Sturgeon Lake. Genealogists and hikers can trace local roots at the Willow River City Cem or follow the historic Willard Munger State Trail.

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